A mysterious group of viruses known for their circular genome has been detected in patients with severe disease on two continents. In papers published independently this week, researchers report the discovery of agents called cycloviruses in Vietnam and in Malawi. The studies suggest that the viruses—one of which also widely circulates in animals in Vietnam—could be involved in brain inflammation and paraplegia, but further studies are needed to confirm a causative link. news.sciencemag.org/sciencenow/2013/06/new-viruses-found-in-asia-and-af.html
Posted on: Tue, 25 Jun 2013 15:43:40 +0000
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